The Ohio Valley Coal Slurry Disposal Dam

Belmont County, Ohio (near ALLEDONIA)

River/Stream: TRIBUTARY TO CAPTINA CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
275 ft
Dam Length
850 ft
Reservoir Storage
30,747 acre-ft
Year Completed
1981
Primary Purpose
Tailings
Owner Type
Not Listed
Max Discharge
154 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not RatedLast inspected: 2000-09-25

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
OH01099
State
Ohio (OH)
Coordinates
39.91972, -80.99111
Age
45 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.